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Unlocked Opportunities: Bryan Adams High School Leadership Academy to Harvard University
0If applying to Harvard University was never Natalie A.’s plan, imagine her shock when she was accepted. “The sky’s the limit,” she said, echoing her father’s words of encouragement. Looking to the future, Natalie reflects on the lessons that Bryan Adams High School Leadership Academy taught her, unlocking opportunities she once thought were out of reach. “I know that no matter where life takes me, I’ll always carry the lessons and values instilled in me at Bryan Adams High School,” she said. Natalie thrived at Bryan Adams, balancing academics, leadership roles, and extracurricular activities. She is a member of the…
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Spotlight: Gay H.
0Spelled K-A-R-E-N, pronounced Kah·Ren, and not to be confused with Korean, Gay H. found herself explaining her cultural identity as a Karen person at length while growing up. In a world that once made her feel disconnected from her ethnicity, Gay reflects on her journey of self-discovery in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. “To me, AAPI month means recognizing Asian heritage, and also traditions, because there are so many unique cultures and small ethnic groups in Asia. I’m lucky to live this life in America, but also to be Karen.” Born and raised in Dallas, both of…
New opportunities are ahead for Young Women’s STEAM Academy
0As a leader in innovation and change, a new opportunity is emerging for a school in the southeast corner of Dallas ISD. The girls at Young Women’s STEAM Academy at Balch Springs Middle School will soon drop a piece of their name and become Young Women’s STEAM Academy at Balch Springs. Through a partnership with the Young Women’s Preparatory Network, YWSA will become the second all-girls high school in Dallas ISD. When the school bells ring and doors open back up for the fall 2024 semester, YWSA, which historically served girls in grades six through eight, will serve students all…
Unlocked Opportunities: Sunset High School to New York City
0Growing up, Jazmine T. found inspiration in the pages of fantasy and adventure books, immersing herself in the characters’ quests. Now, she’s about to embark on her own exciting journey, with her next chapter taking her from Sunset High School to Barnard College in New York City on a full-ride scholarship. Raised in Mexico, Jazmine turned to books when she felt alone after moving to Dallas to live with her aunt, away from her parents. Not only did books provide comfort, but they also served as a tool for learning English. “Books gave me the passion and motivation to stay…